Facility Engineer - Savannah, GA

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 84,000 miles of pipelines and 157 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle petroleum products, chemicals and other products.

Kinder Morgan is committed to being a good corporate citizen and conducting ourselves in an ethical and responsible manner. We spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on integrity management and maintenance programs to operate our assets safely and to protect the public, our employees, contractors and the environment. Operationally, we continue to perform better than our industry peers relative to environmental, health and safety measures.

Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.


Location: 1 Elba Island Road, Savannah, GA 31404

Primary purpose:

Kinder Morgan is currently seeking a Facility Engineer to manage a diverse range of activities spanning civil, structural, mechanical and regulatory fields at our LNG facility in Savannah, Georgia. The position requires broad knowledge and experience in planning and executing projects across these disciplines. Qualified applicants must possess proven planning, project management and problem-solving skills, broad, practical field experience in the oil and gas facility and construction industries, flexibility in meeting changing priorities, and requires close collaboration with Kinder Morgan engineering, operations and maintenance departments, third party contractors, regulators, and other stakeholders, to ensure safe and reliable facility operations.

Management of the dredging of LNG marine vessel maneuvering area and dredged material containment areas:

• Manage a dredging operation and a civil works operation at a large dredge spoils containment area
• Manage bathymetric surveys
• Manage dredging contractors (day dredge and large dredge (as needed)
• Keeping current record of dredging costs and forecast (Dredge Tracker)
• Pursuing possible alternative dredging options (direct injection, drag-bar, etc).
• Manage usage of several containment basins (over 600 acres)
• Manage DMCA contractor reclaiming dredge materials for use in building up dikes (approx. $2MM annually)
• Usage of HYPACK and bathymetric surveying software
• Activities coordinated with geotechnical consultants
• Interact with the US Army Corps of Engineers and other regulatory entities
• Provide cost forecasts and budget updates to management

General Facility Engineering Duties:

• Perform periodic foundation elevation surveys and bridge inspections based on current ASME standards and submit compliance reports to regulating authority. Includes elevation (settlement) surveys for storage tank foundations, major equipment, docks, storm surge wall, and LNG tank containment dikes (FERC compliance)
• Manage LNG trenches accidentally contaminated ditches & storm water ditch maintenance program
• Address structure settlement issues caused by soil subsidence
• Address building repair needs (roof repairs, Admin Bldg. HVAC modernization, …)
• Manage and oversee third party bridge inspections
• Manage plant road repairs and improvements
• Maintain a shoreline on the main shipping channel and mitigate against erosion
• Perform ship-to-shore compatibility studies and mooring for vessels calling on the terminal
• Plan and manage capital projects such as the retrofit of LNG dock dry chemical fire suppression systems
• Manage various marine, civil, and infrastructure capital projects
• Design and implement safety access improvements
• Write and review specifications for best practices

Sampling of Typical Projects (completed in 2025):

• Oversee the specifying, purchase and installation of a new ship gangway on the North Dock
• Manage LNG tank insulation repairs (perlite injection)
• Completed elevation surveys for tanks, major equipment, docks (FERC compliance)
• Completed elevation surveys of Surge wall, MSE wall, and D-4 containment dike
• Compiled ditch maintenance program
• Repaired underground water leak at road crossing (Maximo)
• Repaired warehouse ramp (Safety Action item)
• Replaced SP-1 gate arms with longer arms (security)
• Replaced H-1 glycol heater building roof
• Established Conex, locations, contents, ownership and storm risks
• Resolved US06 calibration cabinet settling issue
• Resolved EER-110 roof leak
• Replaced Control Bldg. conduit covers with sturdy metal plates
• Submitted four-yr. plan for Admin HVAC
• Compiled responses for FERC seismic inquiry
• Resolved MI support issue with 4” FG valve V-4365
• Compiled potable water line data for GA EPD
• Replaced three N. Dock reaction cones
• Demolished all six old fenders at River Dock
• Saved turnaround time for the dredge during ship arrivals and departures. Met with tugboat provider and got them comfortable with the day dredge being securely moored in the Slip during ship arrivals and departures.
• Arranged for a large hydraulic dredge on very short notice to restore slip depths
• Completed drag dredging trial

Position Requirements:

• B.S. in an engineering discipline is required.

Experience / Specific Knowledge:

• A minimum of seven years in the field management of civil and/or marine construction projects or Oil & Gas facility maintenance management including responsibility for planning and managing multiple diverse projects simultaneously including budget creation for the year ahead and forecasting cost at completion for ongoing projects

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
• Must hold or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer skills (competent in MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software)
• Thorough knowledge of civil and mechanical maintenance and repair principles and their application in an operating facility
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards:
• Proficiency in HYPACK and bathymetric surveying software
• Proficiency in Maximo database software (work order management)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer focus
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from management, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, forecasting, and budgeting
• Ability to speak and understand English
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed in an industrial plant environment with exposure to potentially extreme weather conditions
• Ability to climb and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, and enter confined spaces
• Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment including fire-resistant clothing and hearing protection
• May work in low-lit areas
• Occasional travel will be required. Travel will vary depending upon business needs
• Be available for shift work when applicable
• Must respond to and address callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which may require carrying a communication device.

Other Responsibilities:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.